Oxford: Official CS Lewis & JRR Tolkien Guided Walking Tour
About this experience
Explore Oxford on foot and learn about the lives and work of CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien, founding members of The Inklings. Both studied at Oxford University, with Lewis known for *The Chronicles of Narnia* and Tolkien for *The Hobbit* and *The Lord of the Rings*.
Visit Exeter College (external only), where Tolkien studied, and the University Church of St Mary the Virgin, where Lewis preached during World War II.
Hear about the colleges where they taught and walk past The Eagle and Child pub, where The Inklings met every Tuesday to discuss their writing. Learn about their writing styles and influence on literature.
Discover what Oxford was like in the early 20th century and see the historic architecture that continues to shape the city today.
Know before you go
- Duration
- 2 hr
- Guide language
- English
- Smartphone ticket
- Yes
- Wheelchair accessible
- Yes
- Meeting point
- 23-25 Broad Street
What’s included
- Live guide
- Guided walking tour
- 10% discount at the Cool Britannia gift shop
What’s not included
- Entry to Oxford colleges
- Microphones or radio headsets
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